Apply#

Complete the Application for a Special Events Permit.

Questionnaire#

Complete the Special Event Permit Questionnaire.

Proof of Possession of Property#

Floor diagram of premises (8 ½” x 11” only). 

• Must be an exact representation of the licensed premises
• Include length and width of perimeter.
• Include bars, walls, partitions, entrances/exits, storage.
• North orientation.
• Separate diagram for each floor (if multiple levels).
• Need not be to scale.
• Exterior areas must show type of fencing, walls, barriers, etc.  

Written Permission to use the premises. 

• Written permission must be granted to the same organization that is applying for the permit.
• Owner/Landlord must acknowledge that alcohol will be served on the premises.  

Certificate of Good Standing#

Save Certificate of Good Standing documentation.

Contract Copies#

Fully executed copies of any contracts with promoters, sponsors or advertisers associated with this event.

Liquor Liability Insurance#

Liquor Liability Insurance Certificate (required if the event is being held on City owned property) 

Posting Notice#

Applicants must prepare and post notice of Special Events Permit application in accordance with attached wording. 

• POSTER SIZE: Must be at least 22" wide and 26" high, composed of letters not less than one (1) inch in height. [§ 44-3-311(2), C.R.S.] 

Complete affidavit of posting with a picture of the sign posted. Return to City Clerk's Office directly after posting. 

• (Photo of sign posted at location must be provided with this completed affidavit.) 

Fee Schedule#

Check or Money order payable to "City of Fort Collins" or via City Pay Portal for: Malt, Vinous and Spirituous Liquor permit ($50.00 per day) 

On-Premise#

If you hold an on-premise liquor license and allow takeout and delivery, you are required to complete the Takeout and Delivery Permit Application & Renewal form and email it to the State's liquor enforcement division at dor_liqlicensing@state.co.us.

The State requires an initial application and renewal fee to accompany this application.  

• State Online Pay Portal

Off-Premise#

If you hold a Retail Liquor Store or Liquor-licensed Drugstore license and deliver alcohol to your customers, you are required to complete the Delivery Permit Application & Renewal and email it to the State's liquor enforcement division at dor_liqlicensing@state.co.us. 

Currently, there are no City fees associated with this application.

State Online Pay Portal

Apply#

Complete the Bed and Breakfast Permit Application.

Proof of Possession of Property#

• Deed (or) Lease.
• Floor diagram (8½" x 11" only).
  • Must be an exact representation of the licensed premises
  • Include length and width of exterior walls only.
  • Include bars, walls, partitions, entrances/exits, storage.
  • North orientation.
  • Separate diagram for each floor (if multiple levels).
  • Need not be to scale.
  • Exterior areas must show type of fencing walls, etc. 

Business Documentation#

Corporate (if applicable): 

• Certificate of Good Standing dated within last two years.
• Articles of Organization. 

Partnership (if applicable): 

• Partnership agreement (except for husband-wife partnerships)
• Certificate of co-partnership (if applicable). 

Limited Liability Company (if applicable): 

• Certificate of Good Standing dated within last two years.
• Articles of Organization.
• Attach copy of operating agreement (required if OTHER than sole member LLC or husband and wife LLC).  

Fee Schedule#

Check or money order for $50.00 payable to "City of Fort Collins" or via City Pay Portal.

Check or money order for $71.25 payable to "Colorado Department of Revenue" or via State Pay Portal.

Apply#

Complete the Tasting Permit Application.

Proof of Training#

List of employees that have completed required training, including date when training was completed. 

• Tastings shall be conducted only by a person who has completed a server training program that meets the standards established by the Liquor Enforcement Division in the Department of Revenue and who is either a retail liquor store licensee or a liquor-licensed drugstore licensee, or an employee of a licensee, and only on a licensed premise. 

Attach a written Control Plan demonstrating how tastings will be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Include diagrams if necessary. 

List of Scheduled Tasting#

Tasting Schedule Template

Tasting Log Template

• Schedule must include dates, times of tastings, and assigned server.
• The licensee may deviate from the approved schedule provided that:
  • (1) the licensee gives the City Clerk and the City’s liquor enforcement officer seven (7) days prior written notice of such deviation; and
  • (2) such deviation does not violate any provision of the City Code, the Colorado Liquor Code, Code of Regulations or any other state law or municipal ordinance or regulation 

Pay Fees#

Initial Application Fee $150 OR Renewal Application Fee $50. 

• Payable by check or money order to "City of Fort Collins" or via City Pay Portal.

Apply#

Complete the Instruction Sheet for Permit Application and Report of Changes.

Pay Fees#

There is no City fee, only a State fee payable via the State Online Pay Portal.

Be sure to include the State receipt with your application.

Submit Materials#

Email the completed application to liquorlicensing@fcgov.com, then make an appointment for staff to review your application.

• Make an Appointment